Senior Strategic IT Procurement Advisor

Desjardins

Senior Strategic IT Procurement Advisor at Desjardins managing contracts and procurement strategies. Leading strategic initiatives and analyzing needs with suppliers and stakeholders.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeMontréal • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic procurement and asset management, with a strong focus on developing and executing action plans to meet operational needs. Proficient in managing supplier relationships and contractual agreements while effectively communicating in both French and English.

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Strategic Procurement ExperienceAsset ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementContract NegotiationBilingual in French and English

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Hard Skills

Strategic ProcurementContractual AgreementsSupplier CoordinationNeeds AnalysisAction Plan Development

Soft Skills

Customer FocusInterpersonal SavvyNimble LearningAction OrientedStrategic Mindset

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Industry Keywords

Goods and Services AcquisitionLeasingDevelopment ProjectsComplex Strategic InitiativesDecision-Making Bodies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to contractual agreements with partners for goods and services acquisition or leasing
Procure products required for operations by planning and coordinating with suppliers
May be responsible for sub-specialties, such as strategic procurement, asset management, etc.
Lead development projects and complex strategic initiatives
Analyze needs and develop strategies/action plans
Represent Desjardins before decision-making bodies regarding major agreements with suppliers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a related field
A minimum of six years of relevant strategic procurement experience
Experience in IT
Knowledge of French is required
Advanced proficiency of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients
Action oriented, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning, Strategic mindset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and annual bonus
4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
Group insurance including telemedicine
Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment